1989 Audi V8 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 346 kg more than 1989 Audi V8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 1989 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Audi V8 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | V8 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |